TRAINING CENTRE RESOURCES
SWA Training Centre Membership Program
The purpose of the SWA Training Centre Membership Program has been established to create ties between the SWA and local lifting organizations who may wish to help grow the sport. The Training Centre membership program helps the SWA identify programs that provide a high-quality training experience, by certifying and promoting those gyms that meet program standards.
To be recognized as a Training Centre in good standing with the SWA, a Training Centre must meet or exceed the following criteria each year (October 1st – Sept 30th). The SWA has the sole and absolute right to revoke the status Training Center at any time and for any reason without penalty.
Training Centre Directory
Saskatoon
306 Weightlifting Club
3634 Mitchelmore Ave, Suite B, Saskatoon, SK S7P 0B9
Head Coach: Jason Cain
MVMNT Lift Local
Rise Strength Lab
630 Jasper Ave S
Saskatoon, SK S7J 2K2
Head Coach: Crystal Derry
lift@mobility-mvmnt.com
Kilostalk Weightlifting Club
Bay 20-815 45th Street West
Saskatoon, SK S7L 5X2
Head Coach: Jason Trinh
Ignite Athletics
1303 Avenue P South
Saskatoon, SK S7M 2T7
Head Coach: Donovan Dale
Synergy Strength
#112 - 103 Marquis Cour
Saskatoon, SK S7P 0C4
511 Industrial Road
Warman, SK S0K 4S0
Head Coach: Chad Benko
Regina
Crossfit Regina Weightlifting Club
1681D McDonald St
Regina, SK S4N 5R2
Head Coach: Dave Samayoa
Judokats Weightlifting
5939 Rochdale Blvd
Regina, Sk
Head Coach: Ryan Durning
SaskPro
4-365 Marquis Road West
Prince Albert, SK S6V 7L4
Head Coach: Brett Sather
Adrenaline Strength + Conditioning
1400 McIntyre St
Regina, SK S4R 2N1
Head Coach: Cheyanne Geysen
Prince Albert
PA Olympic
501 16 St W
Prince Albert, SK S6V 3V9
(Based out of 4 Horseman Fitness)
Head Coach: Ken Trofimuk
H/M Fitness
16243 South Industrial Drive
Prince Albert, SK S6V 7L7
Head Coach: Hanna Jacobson
North Battleford
Coyote Nutrition & Training
872 103 St
North Battleford, SK S9A 1K2
Head Coach: Daniel Albert
Requirements for Membership
Minimum Standards for SWA Training Centre Membership:
Training Centre head coaches must be members in good standing of the SWA
Have at least 1 NCCP Certified Competition Intro Olympic Weightlifting Coach or complete Comp Intro certification within 1 year of seeking SWA club status
At least 1 Registered Official (based on TC’s membership) within 1 year of seeking SWA club status: see table below
3 Registered athletes who have competed in a minimum of 2 SWA-sanctioned competitions during the current season
Participation and Volunteering
Three (3) different registered training center members must participate in at least two SWA-sanctioned competitions per year
Each certified technical official within the Training Centre (identified in section 2 Training Center Membership Requirements) must officiate in some capacity in at least 4 sessions per year. It is the responsibility of the training center to record and coordinate these hours with the meet directors and the SWA Executive Director.
Training centers will be responsible for 3 volunteer hours for each identified SWA member up to a maximum of 75 hours. For example, if a training center has 8 members, it will be responsible for 24 volunteer hours. Please see:
100-09- Training Centre Volunteer Policy.pdf
Training Center Membership Requirements:
| Number (#) of Athletes | Comp. Intro. Certified Coaches | Certified Officials |
|---|---|---|
| 5-9 | 1 | 1 |
| 10-14 | 1 | 2 |
| 15-19 | 1 | 3 |
| 20-24 | 2 | 4 |
| 25+ | 2 | 5 |
Benefits of Membership
All registered Training Centres are eligible for the following membership benefits:
Have its programs and service offerings included on the SWA Website, Facebook and Instagram social media platforms
Insurance coverage under the SWA Sanctioned Event and Training Policies
Use of SWA equipment for sanctioned events if available
Receive a discount on the purchase of new or used equipment that is sold by the Association.
Be eligible to loan out SWA Equipment (to help with Training Centre start up)
Increased MAP funding based on membership numbers and member participation at SWA sanctioned competitions
Compliance
Training Centre must adhere to all SWA Policies and Procedures to be eligible for Training Center status for their activities to be sanctioned.
Administration
Training Center must complete an SWA Training Center Registration Form and submit to the Executive Director each year
Application fee: $100.00
SWA Educational/Associate Training Centre Membership Program
The SWA Educational/Associate Training Centre (TC) Membership provides gyms/schools/communities interested in developing the sport of weightlifting access to SWA programs and services.
Requirements for Membership
(A) SWA Membership Minimums
Have at least 1 SWA Registered Coach
5 Registered SWA members
Have regularly scheduled Olympic Lifting training sessions (min. 1-2 per week)
(B) Administration
TC must complete an SWA TC Registration Form and submit to the SWA Membership Committee each year Cost $100
Benefits of Membership
All registered TC’s are eligible for the following membership benefits:
Discounts on SWA sanctioned coaching and officiating courses
Access to the SWA Equipment Loan Out Program
To ability to host an SWA Mock Meet, Learn to Lift or junior program (costs covered by the SWA; as well as event insurance covered through the SWA)
Access to an SWA Certified Coach to a maximum of 5 in person or virtual sessions for athlete or coach training per year
Purchase new or used SWA equipment at a discounted rate
NO MAP FUNDING for Training Centre who do not meet thier requirements.
NEW !!!! Eleiko discount of 25% off new equipment purchased twice a year through SWA